An explanatory film illustrates the neurobiological mechanisms of survival under psychological strain and stress using manga-style visuals suitable for children and young people; posters provide the backdrop for the hands-on activity. All of Saxony’s universities will be presenting the results of a health-focused project suitable for hands-on activities at the Ministry of Science. The State Secretary and ministry staff will also be on hand from 10 am to 5 pm to answer visitors’ questions. Further interesting projects can be viewed in the surrounding buildings of the Saxon State Government. 

About the BeSoS project

BeSOS stands for Becounselling tools for Strengthening or restoring the vocational Orientation skills of Scholars experiencing mental health challenges. BeSOS is funded as a flagship project within the ‘Bildungsketten’ initiative by the Ministry of Education and Cultural Affairs of the Free State of Saxony, with funding from the Federal Ministry of Education, Family, Senior Citizens, Women and Youth.

The project addresses an area that has previously been a blind spot in the education of children and young people. Since the coronavirus pandemic, pupils have been increasingly affected by psychological stress. This has an impact on their school career and, ultimately, on their choice of career or further education. BeSOS, an innovative approach to stress management and self-regulation, offers a toolkit that schools can easily integrate into their everyday teaching practice. Almost 3,000 teachers and careers advisers are already working with our guidance material and using the tools for their pupils. Ongoing on-site training courses will continue to integrate this knowledge into the Saxon school system and support schools in making the school a safe haven for children and young people experiencing mental health difficulties.